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Definition of Nicam in English:

Nicam

noun

A digital system used in British television to provide video signals with high-quality stereo sound.

as modifier‘a Nicam stereo TV’

‘And if she doubted what she was hearing then the people all around them with their widescreen TV's and Nicam surround sound probably dismissed the racket too.’

‘To have a concert in your front room was more impressive than having widescreen digital TV with Nicam stereo sound.’

‘Some models will come with their own speakers, allowing you to listen to your favourite programs, in Nicam stereo.’

‘I have a number of friends who rush out to buy the latest tweaks to existing technology, such as upgrading their TV from mono to Nicam stereo, then widescreen, followed by a quick change to a digital widescreen flat screen!’

‘Pictures are usually small and jerky and sound nowhere near Nicam stereo quality.’